Mogulones geographicus
This record describes Mogulones geographicus (species). Recorded family: Curculionidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Quite a distinctive dark weevil with a white streaky appearance and an inverted V behind the pronotum. Unless identified by a recognised expert, good photos are required that show the key ID features. Also state the beetle's size in the comments box. Most likely to be found in areas where Echium species such as Viper's Bugloss are present. Associated with Echium species such as Viper's bugloss. Recorded mainly from southern and eastern England.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera
- Family
- Curculionidae
- Genus
- Mogulones
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Most likely to be found in areas where Echium species such as Viper's Bugloss are present.
Seasonal Activity
Peak time is summer to early autumn.
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Associated with Echium species such as Viper's bugloss.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Recorded mainly from southern and eastern England.
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Mogulones geographicus. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Coleoptera is the largest order of insects with over 400,000 described species, representing ~25% of all known animal species and ~40% of all insects. In the U.S. alone, nearly 30,000 beetle species have been identified.
Ecological role of the group
Beetles are prominent decomposers, especially in forests, breaking down dead wood and recycling nutrients. As predators, they reduce populations of pest insects. Many species are also important pollinators of flowering plants.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Beetles have major economic significance: leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) and weevils (Curculionoidea) are among the most destructive agricultural pests globally, costing billions annually, while predatory species like ladybugs provide natural pest control.
Recorded sources for this group: Britannica, Smithsonian, NCSU Entomology. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Mogulones geographicus (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Mogulones geographicus
What is Mogulones geographicus?
Mogulones geographicus is a species in the family Curculionidae, within the order Coleoptera.
Where is Mogulones geographicus found?
Habitat: Most likely to be found in areas where Echium species such as Viper's Bugloss are present.
When is Mogulones geographicus active?
Mogulones geographicus: seasonal activity - Peak time is summer to early autumn..
What is the life cycle of a Mogulones geographicus?
Associated with Echium species such as Viper's bugloss.